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Terry B.

Full Time Caregiver

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
home modification
personal care
respite care
+ 1 more
Hello! First of all, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I know this is a very difficult time for you. I would love to ease your mind and take care of you or your loved one. I am a CHHA. for Dementia , Alzheimer's patients, stroke patients , Terminally ill cancer, COPD patients who are incontinent, emphysema and...

Garrett D. says "Terry is very sweet and kind. She did a wonderful job for our family and was very professional, patient and overall helpful. She's a great cook and is...

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Karen C.

Certified Caregiver

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Experienced professional caregiver for senior care I'm a certified home health aide (HCA) with expertise in elderly care, skilled in providing medication administration, emotional support and hygienic care. Warm, responsible and organized, I'm passionate about the opportunity to provide your loved one with companionship and...
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Bettsy D.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have experience in caring for the elderly, I have criteria and good problem solving, good character and loving, I will take care of him with the love you need me to take care of him
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Irma T.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
companionship
dementia
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Irma, I enjoy working with the elderly very much. I am a hardworking, caring, and helpful to those that need me. I am a CNA, and have had 20 years of experience. I've also been a HHA for 13 years as well. I've also been trained in the field of patience's who have Alzheimer's. I'm a medical technician as well....

Care Member says "Upon hiring, we were simply interested in mom having a companion. However, Irma far exceeded our expectations. We knew she was right for mom upon...

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Alena A.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I have a deep respect for seniors and truly value the opportunity to provide them with compassionate, reliable care. My experience includes assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility support, light housekeeping, and companionship. I understand how important it is to create a calm,...
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Teresa T.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
I'd TLCdescribe my personality as caring for seniors because. I'm happy when I take care of them because they're like my family. My passion is with them and it is like taking care of my family with them. And I love my clients, that is all I can say. I'm looking for a job that, so I can pay for rent, utilities and other...
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Jane L.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I took care of my mother for some time, my duty including bathing, dressing, and daily hygienes. I also comforted her during the pain, provide emotional support. This experience taught me patience compassion and how to respond calmly to her changing needs
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Joseph D.

Personal Care Assistant/Caregiver

Laguna Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
errands
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I'm a personal care assistant and caregiver with 30 years experience. Training: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitations (CPR) Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) A journey to Dementia's inner world of feeling Understanding dementia and influencing Behavior CATASTROPHIC REACTION Training for dignity Part II (8-Hours dementia...

Marie-fe B. says "I have known and worked with Joseph for 3 1/2 years now. He is well-liked by his peers. He always comes to work happy and ready to lend a helping hand...

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Shawn L.

Caregiver

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Shawn! I am an Orange County native, who has over 10 years experience working as a caregiver for older adults with memory disorders, individuals with developmental disabilities, stroke survivors, and people living with severe and persistent mental illness. In the past I have held positions at independent living...

Care Member says "Shawn was kind caring patient took phenomenal care Making sure that the resident was comfortable and well cared for."

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Cheryl Mona S.

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
I have worked 5 years in a hospital Emergency Room department in Saudi Arabia as well as in the Philippines. Medical and surgical is my specialization.. As a private Nurse I'm well experienced to handling Parkinson's, end stage of Alzheimer's, ALS, post surgery cases, stroke patients, bed bound paralyzed and Hospice patients. I...

Phil K. says "Cheryl was amazing. Her open personality and constant vigilance towards my mother's needs were impeccable. She was always on time, thoughtful, and caring...

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Jennifer R.

Caregiver

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...

Lori M. says "Jennifer really cares about those she helps and works closely with families to give the best care for their loved one."

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Rikki S.

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Aliso Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced professional in Senior Care with a speciality in Alzheimer's/ Dementia. I have over 15 years of experience and am seeking an opportunity to provide full time or live in care for your loved one . My goal is to provide companionship as well as to create a happy, safe and stimulating environment. I prepare home cooked...

Nicole B. says "Rikki was my mom's favorite caregiver. The best. She managed all of the household responsibilities, managed my mother's medication, transported her to...

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Anda M.

Senior Caregiver

Ladera Ranch, CA

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
An energetic, positive person who loves making the life of any person who crosses my path more manageable and more enjoyable. I love people, get energized by helping people, and believe it is my purpose in life. I am a registered Home Care Aid and CNA in California. Assisted patients with Activities of Daily Living -...

Scott P. says "6 stars!!! Anda has been caring for my mom since December and has been a great pleasure to work with. She has been very accommodating & flexible as our...

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Adriana I.

Mission Viejo, CA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
Hi my name is Adriana and I have been a caregiver for 17 years. I have been working as a private caregiver at the comfort of my patients homes. I assist with every day activities such as: bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, range of motion, light housekeeping, running errands, going to doctors appointments, light housekeeping,...

Care Member says "Very caring and kind. Patient Experienced compassionate Goes over and beyond to help my needs. I have been working with Adrianna for 2 years. I would...

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Susie T.

CNA/ Caregiver Available For Night Shift, And 8am - 12 Noon During Weekends

Mission Viejo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
respite care
visiting physician
Personal Assistant and Private Caregiver with more than 10 years of experience in elderly care within private homes and retirement living environment. Possess good communication skills, dependable , compassionate, empathic, honest and dependable and registered with DSS Home Care Aide PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES Cared for clients...

Tony P. says "Putting together a team of caregivers to assist my 94 year old mother, Susie proved to be invaluable in not only providing friendly, outstanding care for...

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Catheleen S.

Full Or Part Time Caregiver W/animals

San Juan Capistrano, CA

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
5 years ago, after being laid off in the casinos and helping to raise my beautiful granddaughter, I started a new chapter in my life, I had no idea God would lead me into so many amazing lives. A brief description of my skills: I have spent the last 5 and half years taking care of others loved ones. Most of that time has...
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Martha D.

Full-Time Caregiver

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
The reason why I am very passionate about care-giving is because of my mother-in-law. She was diagnosed with lung cancer and I started taking care of her every day tasks such as cleaning, cooking, bathing, and transportation. After she passed away, I realized that care giving was something I enjoyed. I have all the qualities...

Pascale R. says "We were so fortunate to have found Martha. After hiring a number of caregivers over the years, I can truly say she is the BEST! She cared for my father...

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Arturo D.

Part-Time Caregiver

Laguna Woods, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My passion in caring started in 2009. It begun with the head of Restoration Engineer of LA County with Parkinson's at the age of 62. Then a doctor with Parkinson's disease. A Scientist work for military projects I stayed 6 years. Preparing daily meals, shower, dressing, medication and exercises. Later, a Radiologist who stayed...

Jeanne E. says "Arturo, is the best caregiver I have ever had the pleasure of hiring. He goes the extra mile, he thinks out-of-the-box when needed. Arturo is an asset to...

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Clarita M.

Passionate Care Provider

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Detail-oriented caregiver, skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities and maintaining overall well-being. Offering 8 years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering...

Care Member says "Clair took great care of my parents when they needed help. I knew she would be a great fit for our family when we were interviewing her and my dad got...

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Argen L.

Laguna Hills, CA

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Caregiver, I am compassionate, reliable and coachable. Perseverance is the key for this Job. The families are happy for my serviced. I can work a live in shift.

Care Member says "Argen is very knowledgeable, caring and compassionate with her clients. Always on time and willing to help"

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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.71/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 5.0

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Live In Caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Terry B.

Terry is very sweet and kind. She did a wonderful job for our family and was very professional, patient and overall helpful. She's a great...

- Garrett D.

Irma T.

Upon hiring, we were simply interested in mom having a companion. However, Irma far exceeded our expectations. We knew she was right for...

- Care member

Joseph D.

I have known and worked with Joseph for 3 1/2 years now. He is well-liked by his peers. He always comes to work happy and ready to lend a...

- Marie-fe B.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is $24.71 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

Yes, caregivers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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